August 26, 2024 - 1211 views
Title: "Get Ya Paper Right: Music Administration 101 for 2024"
Yo, what's good fam? It's ya people from In Da Streets Radio, and we comin' at you with some real talk about securing that bag through your music. We know y'all got the bars, the beats, and the hustle, but in 2024, it ain't just about the sound—it's about the business. If you wanna turn your music grind into a full-time income, you gotta get your music administration game on point. Let’s break it down for the culture.
1️⃣ Handle Ya Business: Register Your Music
First things first, register your tracks with a PRO (Performance Rights Organization) like ASCAP, BMI, or SESAC. This is the plug to get you paid whenever your music is played on the radio, in a club, on TV, or even streamed online. It’s all about collectin' them royalties, and you ain’t tryna leave money on the table, right?
2️⃣ Secure the Bag: Mechanical Royalties
Every time someone streams or downloads your track, you’re owed mechanical royalties. Get your music registered with organizations like SoundExchange for digital performance royalties and Harry Fox Agency (HFA) for mechanicals or The MLC. This is how you turn them Spotify spins into dollars.
3️⃣ Get Your Publishing Game Tight
Your publishing rights are a goldmine. If you’re writing your own music, you need to own your publishing. Start your own publishing company (it’s easier than it sounds) and keep control of your rights. You can also work with a publishing admin service to collect your paper worldwide. Ain’t no point in lettin’ someone else eat off your plate.
4️⃣ Monetize Your YouTube and Socials
YouTube ain't just for clout; it's a revenue stream. Monetize your channel and use Content ID to track and get paid whenever your music is used on the platform. Same goes for TikTok, Instagram, and any other platform where your music can pop off. Content is king, but content that pays is the crown.
5️⃣ Get Synced Up: Sync Licensing
Ever thought about gettin' your tracks in movies, TV shows, commercials, or video games? That’s sync licensing, and it’s a major key to unlocking big checks. Connect with a sync agent or music supervisor, and start pitchin’ your music for placements. One good sync deal can change your whole life.
6️⃣ Build Ya Team: Lawyers, Managers, and Accountants
Look, you can’t do this alone. To really level up, you need a solid team. Get yourself a lawyer who knows music contracts, a manager who believes in your vision, and an accountant who can keep your money right. They’ll help you navigate the industry and make sure you’re gettin’ everything you’re owed.
7️⃣ Stay on the Grind: Educate Yourself
The music biz changes faster than the latest TikTok trend. Stay educated, stay informed. There’s no substitute for knowledge, and the more you know, the less likely you’ll get played. Attend music business webinars, read up on industry news, and always be two steps ahead.
2024 is the year of ownership, fam. Take control of your music, your business, and your future. It’s time to stop hustlin’ backwards and start makin' real moves. In Da Streets Radio got your back, so keep it locked with us for more game on how to elevate your career.
Stay grindin’, stay shinin’, and remember—if it don’t make dollars, it don’t make sense. ????
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